| Case ID |
00731df4-fff4-4b3f-baea-94ef16e03468 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 59 of 1956 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 22, 1956 |
| Hearing Date |
Jan 06, 1956 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court upheld the conviction of Imtiaz Rabbani for the murder of Mst. Sabra, confirming the death sentence. The court found that the prosecution witnesses had initially provided credible testimonies which were later retracted during the trial. Despite the retractions, the court ruled that the initial statements were made without any external influence and were therefore reliable. The evidence presented, including witness identification and circumstantial proof, led to the conclusion that the appellant was guilty. The court emphasized the importance of considering the context and circumstances surrounding the case, particularly the motives of the witnesses and the nature of their testimonies. As a result, the conviction was maintained, and the death penalty was confirmed, taking into account the serious nature of the crime and the age of the appellant, which was debated during the proceedings. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the conviction of Imtiaz Rabbani for the murder of Mst. Sabra. The Lahore High Court, in its decision dated March 22, 1956, confirmed the death sentence previously imposed by the Sessions Judge. The appellant was accused of entering the deceased's home armed with a gun and fatally shooting her. Despite the prosecution witnesses retracting their statements during the trial, the court found the initial testimonies credible and free from external influence. The court highlighted the significance of witness credibility, especially in cases involving serious charges such as murder. The ruling reinforced the principle that earlier statements can be relied upon if made without coercion. The court's decision also addressed the appellant's age, emphasizing that the severity of the crime warranted the death penalty despite his youth. This case underscores the complexities involved in criminal proceedings and the delicate balance courts must maintain between witness reliability and the rights of the accused. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUL AZIZ KHAN,
MUHAMMAD YAQUB ALI
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| Lawyers |
Manzoor Qadir,
Ejaz Hussain,
F. M. Anwari
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| Petitioners |
IMTIAZ RABBANI
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| Respondents |
THE CROWN
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| Citations |
1956 SLD 117,
1956 PLD 657
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| Other Citations |
Lal and others v. The Crown P L D 1954 F. C. 95
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898)
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| Sections |
288
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